Chile weather in May
Considering a trip to Chile this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Chile in May?
Chile has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Villa O'Higgins at 3°C to warm in Pica at 25°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Pica and -3°C in Villa O'Higgins.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Pica with an average of 0.5 mm to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 494 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 155 hours of sunlight anticipated in Santiago. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Chile, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Chile's yearly weather, check out our Chile climate page.
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Average weather in Santiago
In May Santiago generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Viña del Mar
In May Viña del Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in La Serena
In May La Serena generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Valparaíso
In May Valparaíso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Pucón
In May Pucón generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Chile?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Santiago, May might be a good time to visit Chile. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Chile is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Santiago. In contrast, June tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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